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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Derwood, MD

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Derwood. Average rating: 4.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Derwood, Maryland at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.8/5
Parent reviews
11
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Derwood offers 3 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.8/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Derwood

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

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    Childrens Castle Daycare
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    7308 Muncaster Mill Rd, Derwood, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children

    Parents consistently praise Children's Castle as an exceptional early learning facility with a rigorous academic curriculum. Children demonstrate advanced skills including early reading, presentation abilities, and strong social development. The center emphasizes Christian values, arts, literacy, and academics while maintaining a family-like community atmosphere.

    Advanced academic curriculumearly reading proficiencyregular presentations and projects (black historyscience fairs

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Derwood

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Derwood (12–59 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Derwood based on parent reviews

Childrens Castle Daycare

5(6)

7308 Muncaster Mill Rd, Derwood, MD

Parents consistently praise Children's Castle as an exceptional early learning facility with a rigorous academic curriculum. Children demonstrate advanced skills including early reading, presentation abilities, and strong social development. The center emphasizes Christian values, arts, literacy, and academics while maintaining a family-like community atmosphere.

Advanced academic curriculumearly reading proficiencyregular presentations and projects (black history

Creative Learning Center

5(2)

17930 Bowie Mill Rd, Derwood, MD

Holy Ground Christian Center

4.4(3)

17720 Muncaster Rd, Derwood, MD

Parents highlight the center as a highly recommended option, noting that children enjoy the environment and return home engaging in learning activities like singing and counting. Reviewers express strong satisfaction with the quality of care and the dedication of the staff, particularly Mrs. Tina.

Engaging learning activitieshigh quality of carefriendly and dedicated staff

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Derwood, Maryland

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Derwood, Maryland. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Derwood have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 11 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Derwood, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Derwood

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Childrens Castle Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Children's Castle as an exceptional early learning facility with a rigorous academic curriculum. Children demonstrate advanced skills including early reading, presentation abilities, and strong social development. The center emphasizes Christian values, arts, literacy, and academics while maintaining a family-like community atmosphere.

Advanced academic curriculumearly reading proficiencyregular presentations and projects (black history
Address
7308 Muncaster Mill Rd, Derwood, MD
Phone
(301) 212-9652
Creative Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
17930 Bowie Mill Rd, Derwood, MD
Phone
(301) 987-5454
Holy Ground Christian Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents highlight the center as a highly recommended option, noting that children enjoy the environment and return home engaging in learning activities like singing and counting. Reviewers express strong satisfaction with the quality of care and the dedication of the staff, particularly Mrs. Tina.

Engaging learning activitieshigh quality of carefriendly and dedicated staff
Address
17720 Muncaster Rd, Derwood, MD
Phone
(301) 987-0008

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Derwood, Maryland. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Derwood have an average Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Derwood, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Maryland's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Maryland)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Daycare costs in Maryland typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Derwood for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Derwood must be licensed by Maryland's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.